This definitely felt cozy as we meet these characters and their wild entanglements. Kitty and her husband Matt arrive at New York to see her dad and find an intriguing friend group…. You can’t trust anyone! The characters and the need to know who done it kept my eyes glued to the pages.
I received this as an ARC and this is the first book in the series I read and I’m definitely going back and reading 17 books!!!

4.5*

It's glitz and glamour in this instalment of the Miss Underhay series as Kitty and Matt have been called to New York at the behest of Nora Dangerfield, upstairs neighbour and friend of Kitty's father Edgar.

Fearing the worst and arriving to find Edgar in the rudest of health the Bryant's aim to enjoy a Christmas in New York and celebrate their wedding anniversary. As always though murder has other plans as Nora is found dead following a charity ball in her penthouse apartment. With so many suspects, motives and secrets and an uncooperative detective on the case it's up to our intrepid duo to piece together the clues and try and solve the case before Christmas Day.

This story came along just at the right time for me. I needed a new cosy mystery fix of one of my favourite series and I felt that this location worked well for Kitty and Matt. The case is intriguing and the supporting cast of characters are small enough and well rounded enough to ensure my interest in them as any number of them could have done it.

I had my suspicions of the murderer but enough red herrings were thrown my way to never make me sure which is something I feel Helena Dixon does well in these books. It ensures it's an overall satisfying read and you don't come away from it feeling it was too obvious or conversely too overly plotted.

A great addition to the series and one that ended on a cliff hanger that already has me ready and waiting for book 19 in the series!

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for a digital review copy of "Murder in New York" in exchange for my honest and voluntary review.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher; all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Murder in New York was a very enjoyable read where we got to see Kitty and Matt take a trip to visit Kitty's father, Edgar, in New York City after they received notice that he was very ill. Upon arrival, it becomes clear that Edgar wasn't really as ill as they were led to believe but they decide to make the best of it and enjoy the Christmas season in New York. Edgar is friends with his upstairs neighbor, Nora Dangerfield who invites them to a party she already had planned to help raise money for charity. The next morning, while going out to brunch, Kitty and Matt stumble upon Nora's body. Used to working with the police back home, Kitty and Matt find themselves trying to stay out of the police's way while figuring out who killed Nora to ensure Kitty's father isn't suspected given his shady past. There is certainly no lack of suspects leaving Kitty and Matt racing to solve the murder. I thought that the mystery bit was well done, and I especially liked the descriptions of New York during the holiday season and seeing it through Kitty and Matt's eyes as visitors to the city. I always enjoy the titles in this series, but especially ones where Kitty and Matt are outside of their usual locations.

What better way to spend Christmas than abroad, experiencing the snow and cold weather of New York. In 1936, Kitty and Matt find themselves setting out for America after they receive news that her father is unwell. Upon reaching New York it seems Kitty’s father, Edgar has made a swift recovery and Kitty and Matt can now enjoy the sights of New York at Christmas.

Far away from Devon and discovering bodies, it seems the perfect escape. That is until they stumble across a dead body.

That dead body is Mrs Dangerfield, Edgar’s upstairs neighbour and the host of the previous nights wonderful party that everyone who is everyone attended.. Add in Mrs Dangerfield’s daughter, an elderly chauffeur, a secret lover and a personal secretary, it seems this murder might have enough suspects. That is until another one of them ends up dead.

Not so sure of the way American’s conduct such investigations Matt and Kitty find themselves, very much told not to interfere. But of course curiosity always gets the better of Kitty and it seems she is going to come in close contact with the preparator.

It is going to make for an interesting Christmas tale to tell those left behind in Devon.

I really got the feel of New York at Christmas, the extravagance in the shops, the weather, Central Park, Church Service and the opulence that would not have been matched if Kitty and remained at home.

One of the better stories in this cosy mystery series and it is always a joy and comfort when the next book is released. More of the same please.

BEST COZY MYSTERY SERIES SINCE NANCY DREW!!
Kitty and Matt are back at another mystery! My little mystery loving heart was so elated and I found out they were going to New York City! I couldn't wait to hear about their adventures in America! What could Christmas bring them? 🎙️

Kitty and Matt get an urgent call from a friend of her father saying he is ill! 'Tis the season for rejoining family! And maybe a little murder?! I love how attentive that Matt is always of Kitty! Any moment of distress for her he is there to protect her. And vice versa! 💖

Kitty and Matt arrived in New York to find her father Edgar is perfectly fine! He was sick prior now he is back to his good old entertaining self LOL. He convinces the couple to stay for Christmas and come to a party with a lovely and mysterious socialite! Our favorite detective couple enter a game of cat and mouse when murder takes place and there is no suspect to trace! 🫢

(I totally imaged the apartment from The Marvelous Mrs Maisel as one of the movie sets in my mind LOL) 📖

The way Helena Dixon writes her mystery series is layered to perfection! I easily follow along with the flow of her writing such as a multitude of icings coming together to create a cosmic cupcake! 🧁

Every time I turn to chapter Helena always gives us a surprise or curiosity around the book corner! I actually kept jotting down notes thinking I know who it is! But then evidence would remove that character and I was on the hunt again! My blood was pumping, and my mind was racing when all the pieces started to fall together! ☕

Kitty is a force to be reckoned with lol!! In between shopping and going to visit the Rockefeller Christmas Tree she was determined to get justice jingle bell style!
I really love how Helena describes the characters reactions in certain scenes. The vocabulary she uses makes each scene really pop! I felt like I was in a Christmas episode of Murder She Wrote and Kitty can be Jessica's aunt! 🎆

I still swoon over Matt LOL that man had my heart since book 1! He is a protective wolf around Kitty and the charm shines through for him in this book during the Christmas season! 😊

The side characters were a lot of fun! It was as if I was getting to know an estranged family and couldn't wait to see what shenanigans and secrets they held! 💕

I will be reading Helena's books for life! I have always been a mystery fan! And Helena and her writing are the essence of mystery and pure entertainment. Every time a character is mentioned in a new volume I think back to how I first read about them. I'm collecting Helena's books in paperback and I always go to them when I'm having a good or bad day or in between days lol 🍨

Bravo!!! I cannot wait for more Kitty and Matt mysteries and any other series she will give to us!🌌

Bookouture and NetGalley provided me with an e arc for Murder in New York and I am glad they did!
A really enjoyable murder mystery with two amateur sleuths, from England set in New York at Christmas time.
With its twinkling lights, cosy restaurants, snow on Central Park, fashionable parties, this is a romp of a traditional crime caper
Even though this us the 18th book in the series, I was able to read about Kitty and Matt, and Kitty's slightly disreputable father, Edgar almost as a stand alone novel.
Helena Dixon has a deft way with her descriptions of 1930s New York and I very much felt immersed in the glittering social whirl she created!
The ultimate test is, would I want to read any of the previous 17 Miss Underhay titles? Yes I certainly would!

In the 18th book in this lovely cozy crime series set in the 1930’s, we see Helena and her husband Matt summoned to New York by a telegram advising that her father Edgar is in very poor health. The telegram has been sent by his friend Nora, a wealthy woman living in a glamorous penthouse apartment above Edgar’s. On arriving in New York Edgar appears well again and Kitty and Matt decide to try and enjoy their time there and celebrate their anniversary with Edgar and his friends. After a party hosted by Nora, Kitty and Matt decide on a breakfast in the park, but are met with the body of someone they have just become acquainted with.

Once again embroiled in a murder investigation things are quite different to those the couple have assisted with in the UK. Another death quickly follows and Matt and Kitty, along with Edgar, try and price together who is responsible.

Another lovely read with great references to the time and a colourful picture painted of the New York society in the 1930’s, with beautiful balls and parties. The characters are a mixture of well known and new and interesting and I enjoyed the change of pace and place for this book. The ending offers an interesting insight into book 19 and I am very much looking forward to reading that when it is a available.

An enjoyable addition to the Kitty Underhay series, this sees Kitty and husband Matt sail to New York after learning her wayward father is very ill. They arrive only to find him much recovered in the time it took them to travel over, but they are soon tripping over bodies again, after one of her father’s neighbours is murdered.

All the bits you love are here, with the fresh location of New York and a few new characters. Don’t worry, while Grams, Alice and Mrs Craven aren’t there in person, they do get name checked several times!

Perfect if you like a cosy historical mystery, NYC and a little Christmas snow.

I received a free ARC copy of this via NetGalley and the publishers in return for an unbiased review.

Thanks to Netgalley.co.uk for a review copy of this book.

Another cosy mystery from Helena Dixon with all the usual glamour of the era.
Kitty and Matt travel to New York, where Kitty's father is gravely ill.
Summoned by his friend Nora Dangerfield, they make the journey by ship from England.
On arrival, the mystery of her father's illness begins to unfold. Nora introduces them to her family and friends, and as new acquaintances arrive in their lives, as with all of the 'Ms. Underhay Mysteries', murder inevitably follows.
It is an easy read, if a little predictable at times, but with some great descriptive scenes, some wonderful hidden secrets, and many characters to love and loath.
I read this in one sitting and really enjoyed it.

I love reading about the adventures of Kitty and Matt. This book finds the couple rushing to America when a friend of her fathers sends a message that he is quite ill. Upon their arrival they find the telegram had not been very accurate and they settle in to spend the holidays with Kitty's father. Instead of a relaxing New York holiday, Kitty and Matt find themselves thrown into a murder investigation of not just one of her father's friends, but two. There are lots of people with motives, but who could actually carry out the crime?
This series is always a great read. I love the characters, even Kitty's father with all his flaws. The plot reads smoothly and quickly, with lots of build up. Looking forward to their next book.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

It’s amazing that we’re still going strong in the Miss Underhay Mystery series, it had that mystery element perfectly. I was engaged with the overall story going on and enjoyed the feel of this world. The characters had that element that I was expecting and enjoyed the overall story going on. I hope there is more in this series and from Helena Dixon.

Christmas 1936 is fast approaching when Kitty Bryant receives news that her father is seriously ill in New York City. The journey by sea isn't quick and Kitty and her husband Matt fear the worst until they see Edgar Underhay and realise the telegram may have been overstating things just a little!

The sender of the telegram, and close friend of Kitty's father, Mrs Nora Dangerfield, extends them an invitation to her famous pre-Christmas charity ball and they are happy to attend. Unfortunately, the following morning, as the couple head into Central Park for breakfast, they discover the body of one of the party goers and instantly their holiday changes!

I loved the atmosphere of book 18 in this great series and could picture Kitty's father's apartment, the views from the windows, and the world weary Detective assigned to the case. The storyline was entertaining throughout and ended on a cliffhanger which was a bit of a shock!

I was able to read an advanced copy of this thanks to NetGalley and the publishers, Bookouture, but the opinions expressed are my own. I thoroughly enjoyed this and now need book nineteen to find out what happens next!

In the historical cozy mystery MURDER IN NEW YORK Kitty and her husband, Captain Matthew Bryant, travel across the sea from England to New York after getting a telegram from Mrs. Nora Dangerfield with news that Kitty’s father, Edgar Underhay, is ill. When Kitty and Matt get to New York, they find Edgar in fine health. Kitty and Matt decide to stay at Edgar’s apartment and attend a Christmas costume party held at the upstairs apartment of Nora Dangerfield. I want to know if Edgar had actually been ill and want to find out about the costume party. I read on.

I view the books in the Miss Underhay series as comfort reads, and this eighteenth book is no exception. I do, however, long for a better description of New York City as Kitty and Matt do some sightseeing in the winter of 1936. The Kitty and Matt backstory is a nice addition to the main mystery. Great characters and an interesting plot make this a good read. The teaser for the next book is great, and I look forward to reading the next book in the series. Thank you, Bookouture and NetGalley, for the chance to read and review an advance reader copy of MURDER IN NEW YORK.

What a sensational book this is, with a plot that unrolls like clockwork, and simmering tension that never lets up. Betrayal, double-crossing and the most delicious sting in the tail... I couldn't put it down.

Set in a less hectic time, readers wanting a somewhat leisurely read will enjoy this mystery set in New York City during Christmas, 1936. Kitty and husband Matt receive a telegram in England telling them her NYC based father is ill. Although her relationship with her father is, well, complicated, they're on a ship heading to New York. The voyage isn't a smooth one but when they arrive, they discover her father not only living in an upscale apartment overlooking Central Park, but that he's far from seriously ill. Nevertheless, the decide to spend the holiday there, enjoying all 1936 NYC has to offer. They're enjoying the scenery, which includes ice skating and a lovely tree, not to mention the shopping and delicious food to be had. Then, there's a murder.

This is really where the story begins. Kitty knows her father is occasionally, well, frequently involved in less than lawful activities and fears he may be accused. That said, as much as I enjoy Kitty and Matt, it seemed like the investigation was largely Kitty snooping rather than professional. I've got to admit that I was somewhat disappointed in that as I was thinking it'd be interesting to see the contrasting styles of American and British investigators of the time, not to mention seeing how they might work together (or not). Hence a 3.5 rounded to 4 stars. In any case, as Kitty surely knows by now, trying to eavesdrop can get you in trouble. Matt's skills come into play, too, and we're reminded of his past injuries in the war and how they may impact his efforts. I'd forgotten he once routinely suffered from sleep walking, for instance, which explains Kitty's worry when he isn't beside her when she wakes in the night. In any case, they're a likable couple and even her father, while rather furtive at times, seems likable enough. Unfortunately, not all the people they meet are the same and it's up to their smarts and instincts to sort out whodunit.

Bottom line, a pleasant read. While more leisurely than more modern cozies, after all, this one is set in a pre-techie time when communications and police work were slower in nature, it's difficult not to like this young, adventurous couple. I liked that the author included some of Matt's background and felt this one worked as a standalone. I honestly wasn't sure of the culprit until the end, either, which is always fun, if frustrating for those of us who try to solve it before our sleuths. Thanks #Bookouture for giving me an early peek at how life is going for Kitty and Matt. It was great fun to visit and tour NYC in a far less hectic, complicated time. I could just envision the colorful lights, figure skaters, and sights and sounds of 1936 New York City.

This talented author has written a cannot put down novel. I liked this book. I really liked this book. Reminded me somewhat of an Agatha Christie novel. I especially enjoyed the NYC setting with the snowy streets, department stores, shopping, restaurants. The characters were realistic and the reason the story moved quickly. Enjoy. Thanks Netgalley

Another good cozy mystery with Kitty and Matt. They sail across from England to New York to see her father, who they were told was gravely ill. He wasn’t, but since they were there now they planned on spending Christmas with him. After a couple of murders they stepped in to help solve the murders. Lot of red herrings and good story. Enjoyed this one and would highly recommend.